formerly Mad Cornish Projectionist.
British Film Institute (BFI) chief executive Ben Roberts and deputy CEO and executive director of corporate and industry affairs Harriet Finney addressed the skills push, the diversification of the BFI’s remit and changes to the Film Fund that have resulted … Continued
Matilda The Musical starring Dame Emma Thompson will open the London Film Festival on Wednesday evening. Source: London Film Festival highlights ‘joyous’ cinema for troubled times | Evening Standard
Rebel Wilson has encouraged up-and-coming talent in the film industry to “get out there and make things yourself”. Source: Rebel Wilson encourages new talent to ‘get out there and make things yourself’ | Evening Standard
Ncuti Gatwa, Daisy Ridley, Lily James and Eddie Redmayne were among the stars at BFI Luminous. Source: BFI Luminous Celebrates Cinema, Tilda Swinton Presents Filmmaker Awards – Variety
British Film Institute chief executive Ben Roberts has said the BFI Luminous fundraising gala is a “really big deal” because of the opportunities it provides. Roberts also addressed the UK Government’s recently announced mini-budget and its effect on creative industries. … Continued
In yet another sign of the diaspora’s rising stature in the industry, the Critics Choice Association will be saluting established and emerging Asian Pacific Islander talent at a new, standalone event this awards season. Source: Critics Choice Association Unveils Honorees … Continued